Minot Air Force Base Investigating Deaths of Three Airmen In One Month
Minot Air Force Base, N.D., is investigating the deaths of three of its Airmen in October. The base could not provide further details on the incidents, but officials said they worked with higher headquarters to make extra chaplains, counselors, and mental health professionals available for grieving Airmen and family members. “This is not a topic […]
Innovation is Key -It Starts With an Idea
For the men and women working at Atomic Spark “It’s an additional duty” according to Col Stephen Kroft who is the head of the 5 CONS on Minot Air Force Base. “I am passionate about innovation and have always loved solving problems”. Atomic Spark is the innovation cell for the base according to Kroft. “Contracting […]
Victims’ Counsel: provide support and justice
MINOT AIR FORCE BASE, ND —The Victims’ Counsel’s mission is to empower victims of crime through independent advice and client-centered legal representation. The Victims’ Counsel consists of two members, Captain Rina Hernandez, Victims’ Counsel officer in charge, and Senior Airman Elena O’Connor-Rua, Victims’ Counsel paralegal. Once an individual reports a sexually related offence or domestic […]
DAPL rears it’s ugly head…
I’m sure just about everyone can remember the Dakota Access Pipeline protests that took place in 2016 and 2017. They lasted a long time and things got ugly. I’m sure some of you reading this were involved in it in some way. First responders were sent, law enforcement was sent, protestors came from all over […]
Thanksgiving: I Can Remember
I have often spoken of my North Dakota heritage, and some of the memories of growing up in a small town. When Thanksgiving rolled around when I was a child it was more than a speed bump on the way to Black Friday. We had a fairly large dining room area that masterfully orchestrated by […]
A Taste of Gratitude: Memories in Every Bite
Food is about more than just eating. Especially during the holidays. Aromas and flavors can evoke recollections, and unlock memories nearly forgotten. And there is nothing more nostalgic, no foods more worthy of reflection than those served up during the holidays. Beginning with Thanksgiving, kitchens across America start rolling out recipes that “taste” like the […]
Man’s Best Friend
I write about dogs a lot, but never enough. They deserve more. No matter what I write about dogs it always seems inadequate, yet here I go again. Dog owners will understand. Dogs do not read. At least I don’t think they do, at least not the written word. Depending on what statistics you wish […]
Council Reminder
The Minot AFB Resident Council is a forum for military members and their families residing in privatized housing on the installation to discuss health & safety concerns, identify potential community improvements, present viable solutions, and establish and maintain positive interactions between residents, wing leadership, Minot AFB Homes, and the Military Housing Office. The Resident Council […]
Allvin formally welcomed as 23rdAir Force Chief of Staff
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. (AFNS) —Promising to lead the Total Force with “humility and resolve,” Gen. David W. Allvin was ceremoniously welcomed into his role as the 23rd Air Force Chief of Staff Nov.17 during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews.Allvin was joined by his wife, Gina, their three children, as well as former chief […]
Bishop Ryan Catholic School 1st Quarter Honor Roll
Highest Honors (3.667-4.000+) SENIORS: Gabriel Alexander, Peyton Beeter, Connor Harvey, Brekken Johannes, Gwynnie Johnson, Blake Kaylor, Arwen LaVallie, Katelyn O’Farrell, Coy Okeson, Chuka Osuala, Gianmarco Renda, Chinelo Udekwe, Tyanna WeeksJUNIORS: Emma Brandt, Tyler Burns, Leah Charley, Teagan Coonrod, Rylie Deeter, Olivia Demars, Violet Demars, Boden Erck, Eva Hernandez, Alena Johannsen, Ruby Lormejuste, Jett Lundeen, Taylor […]
